named programs · 2 · from sources
What they call their work
After-School Program
Enrichment program offering extended learning and extracurricular activities for students in grades K–5
Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS)
Framework providing academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support to meet diverse student needs in the least restrictive environment
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Comprehensive K–8 Academic Curriculum 1 activity
- Deliver K–5 academic and social-emotional educationProvides kindergarten through fifth grade education with a focus on rigorous academics, intellectual challenge, and social-emotional development through a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS). The program includes a high-quality curriculum and leadership development for students.
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School and School-Community Events 1 activity
- Host school and family community eventsOrganizes and hosts events for students and families to build community engagement and support scholar success, including joyful learning experiences.
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Youth Health and Wellness Education 1 activity
- Operate school wellness and after-school programsSupports student health and well-being through a formal School Wellness Policy and offers an after-school program for the 2026–2027 academic year, contributing to holistic child development.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$7.52M
Contributions & grants$1.15M15%
Program service revenue$6.32M84%
Investment income$42K1%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$8.47M
Program expenses92%
Admin / overhead8%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$3.65M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$11.29M
Cash$527K
Investments$0
Liabilities$11.10M
Net assets$187K
Liquid reserves0.8 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +8.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANNEDREA COLEMAN | HEAD OF SCHOOL | 40 | $172K |
| BRANDON PARKER | DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS | 40 | $136K |
board members · 9
- ADAM LANIYAN — TRUSTEE
- AMBER CARTWRIGHT — TRUSTEE
- CAITLIN DAY-LEWIS — SECRETARY
- DAWN ANTOINE-FORBES — CHAIR
- EDRICK JOHNSON — TRUSTEE
- JENNIFER PERKINS — TREASURER
- MAIMOUNA KANE — TRUSTEE
- NANCY OLISMA — CHAIR, THRU JAN 2025
- WINSOME NEVINS-WARDEN — TRUSTEE
relationships · 1
Who they work with
- New York State Education Department Government — Submits annual reports and participates in state reporting through NYSED.
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Collective Responsibility Model (Ujima)methodology: community_shared_responsibilityBy applying the principle of Ujima—collective work and responsibility—the school fosters student success because shared accountability among educators, families, and the community strengthens engagement and creates a supportive ecosystem for learning.
- High-Expectations Growth Culturemethodology: growth_mindsetBy setting high expectations paired with challenge, support, and purposeful learning experiences, the school cultivates a growth mindset and student excellence because students are more likely to rise to standards when belief, encouragement, and continuous improvement are institutionalized.
- Whole-Child Education with Tiered Supportmethodology: whole_child_educationBy integrating rigorous academics, social-emotional learning, and personalized support within a multi-tiered system (MTSS), the school enables all students to thrive because early intervention and differentiated instruction address both academic and developmental needs in the least restrictive environment.